FY22 Environmental Engineering Placement

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FY22 Environmental and Building Services Engineering Placement

Overview – dept. We don’t build cars; we enable cars to be built! Combining technical know-how with hands-on expertise, our Environmental and Building Services engineers define the processes and facilities needed to achieve production objectives. From procuring and installing innovative solutions to maintain environmental compliance, maximise the availability of site services to main line Production shops, identify and implement energy saving initiatives, to root cause analysis and resolving site infrastructure and building service issues, we support all areas of the manufacturing operation, ensuring seamless production of over 500,000 cars every year. Environmental and Building Services Engineering is a key function offering a full spectrum of roles covering Mechanical, Electrical (LV and HV), Environmental, Gas and HVAC Engineering.

We combine practical engineering with project coordination using cross-functional teamwork. Truly aligned with the production process, engineers enjoy a mixture of desk-based work such as CAD & specification writing alongside real-world activities such as line trials, and equipment buy off. We continually question methods, seek areas to improve and identify creative alternatives.

Overview – role. You will be involved in a full range of activities from minor repairs and improvements to major projects installation and refurbishment. Whatever your area, you’ll be combining hands-on engineering with project co-ordination, teamwork, support, leadership and extensive communication amongst other departments. Support is always on hand when you need it, but with the guidance of skilled and experienced engineers, and your own natural ability, you’ll soon find yourself meeting challenges head on and dealing with all situations that arise.

Key benefits: Competitive salary starting from £18k, Fitness centre, paid overtime and time in lieu, Sports and leisure complex, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays, Travel opportunities (dependent on role)

What you’ll need

Must be studying a STEM related degree
Are able to partake in a 13 month placement as part of their course
A willingness to learn with a passion for Engineering
Strong analytical skills to assist with root-cause studies
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Creative and forward thinking
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced organisation
A good working knowledge of MS Office applications and CAD systems

What you’ll be doing - Your responsibilities will be dependent on which section of the Engineering Department you will work in. These include:

Environmental compliance
Energy management
Legislation compliance
Legionella control
Carbon Neutral implementation
Nissan Green Programme (NGP)
Quality Improvement
Cost Reduction
Facility Efficiency Improvements
Strategic Planning
Technical Support
Health and Safety
Sunderland Tyne and Wear United Kingdom